Buyer

Who are we?

Since 2017, we have been proud to produce millions of high-quality beverage cans every day with the help of our 500 dedicated colleagues. Our cans are everywhere in the region – both at your favorite pub and on the shelves of your local supermarket.

What makes this possible? Our people.

At Canpack Netherlands, we believe every employee plays a vital role in our success. That's why we encourage sharing ideas, solving challenges together and growing as a team. We foster a collaborative culture that values innovation, cares about its people and respects the world around us.

Position Overview

As a Buyer, you ensure a timely, cost-efficient, and compliant supply of materials, spare parts, indirect goods, and services. You manage purchasing processes end-to-end, maintain accurate documentation, and support warehouse and production continuity while contributing to global procurement standards and KPIs.

Key Responsibilities

• Communicate with suppliers to obtain prices, availability and delivery information.
• Request and compare quotations, bids, and commercial terms.
• Negotiate pricing and purchasing conditions within approval limits.
• Create and process purchase requisitions and purchase orders in SAP.
• Ensure suppliers acknowledge purchase orders and confirm delivery dates.
• Monitor delivery schedules and follow up on delays or issues.
• Verify delivery documentation and confirm receipts in SAP.
• Monitor inventory levels and support reduction of excess or obsolete stock.
• Resolve supplier performance issues related to quality or delivery.
• Prepare contracts and maintain purchasing documentation and records.
• Create procurement and cost reports and support KPI tracking.
• Cooperate with internal departments (Production, Planning, Warehouse, Quality, Finance).
• Identify improvement opportunities, alternative suppliers, or cost-saving options.

What are we looking for?

• Bachelor's (preferred but not required).
• Relevant experience in procurement or purchasing.
• Ability to analyze quotations, compare offers and support cost-efficient decisions.
• Ability to manage multiple purchasing tasks and follow up on deliveries in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP/S4) and purchasing tools.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office tools.
• Knowledge of procurement processes and purchasing principles.
• Knowledge of materials, spare parts, services, and MRO categories.
• Understanding of inventory and stock management principles.
• Knowledge of supplier performance, contracts and compliance requirements.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Fluent in English, spoken and written.
• Fluent in Dutch, spoken and written.

What to expect from us?

• An annual bonus of up to 10% of your gross annual salary.
• The freedom to bring out the best in yourself, work flexibly and the opportunity to grow and develop both professionally and personally.
• Plenty of vacation enjoyment with 40 days off and 8% holiday allowance! Don’t think you’ll need that many? Then choose 27 vacation days + 5% extra salary.
• A challenging, international and diverse environment where no two days are the same.
• We keep you fit with fresh fruit at work every day and discounts on your healthy groceries, your new bike, sports equipment or gym membership.
• The best colleagues, who are always up for anything and make every day a celebration! Did you know our average age is 35?
• A favorable PME pension scheme.
• And finally, being part of our Canpack Family! With awesome company parties, family days and celebrations!

LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canpack-netherlands/

Website: https://netherlands.canpack.com/

Arbeidsvoorwaarden:

• Bedrijfsfeesten
• Kerstpakket
• Kosteloos parkeren
• Mogelijkheid tot promotie
• Taaltraining aangeboden
• Telefoon van de zaak

Werklocatie: Hybride werken in 5704 Helmond